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Indian State Suicide Data Analysis
Mental Health & Wellness
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About
This dataset provides detailed yearly suicide statistics for various states and Union Territories of India, covering the period from 2001 to 2012. It classifies suicides based on several key parameters including causes, education status, means adopted, professional profile, and social status. This rich collection of data offers valuable insights into suicide trends and patterns within India, serving as a vital resource for analysis and research into public health and sociological factors impacting suicide rates.
Columns
- State: Identifies the specific State or Union Territory within India.
- Year: Indicates the year the data was recorded, ranging from 2001 to 2012.
- Type_code: Represents the primary classification of the suicide, such as 'Causes' or 'Means_adopted'.
- Type: Provides a more granular classification, detailing the minor type within a major category, for example, 'Others (Please Specify)' or 'Illness (Aids/STD)'.
- Gender: Specifies the gender of the individual, categorised as 'Male' or 'Female'.
- Age_group: Defines the age range of the individual, such as '15-29' or '30-44'.
- Total: Shows the total number of suicides recorded for the corresponding set of parameters.
Distribution
The dataset is available as a CSV file, specifically named "Suicides in India 2001-2012.csv", and has a file size of 15.41 MB. It consists of 238,000 valid records across its seven columns, ensuring a robust body of data for detailed analysis.
Usage
This dataset is well-suited for:
- Data analysis and SQL challenges: To explore and manipulate the extensive information on suicide patterns across India.
- Public health research: To understand demographic, temporal, and categorical trends related to suicides.
- Policy formulation: To inform and develop public health initiatives and prevention strategies based on observed data.
- Academic studies: For researchers investigating social determinants of health and suicide epidemiology.
Coverage
The dataset spans all States and Union Territories of India. The time period covered is from 2001 to 2012, with data provided on a yearly basis. It includes demographic scope across various parameters, such as gender, age group, education status, professional profile, and social status, offering a multi-faceted view of suicide statistics throughout the specified duration.
License
CC BY-SA 4.0
Who Can Use It
This dataset is designed for:
- Data analysts and scientists: For statistical modelling, trend analysis, and engaging in SQL data challenges.
- Researchers and academics: To conduct in-depth studies on suicide causes, contributing factors, and their demographic impact within India.
- Public health organisations and policymakers: For developing and refining evidence-based strategies aimed at suicide prevention and mental health support nationwide.
Dataset Name Suggestions
- India Suicide Trends 2001-2012
- Indian State Suicide Data Analysis
- Suicide Statistics India by Parameters
- India Mental Health Data: Suicide Trends
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Original Data Source: Indian State Suicide Data Analysis
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